Young struggle to get off the streets

A study shows young men are less likely than women to secure stable housing in the longer term, writes Noel Baker.

A NEW report shows young people who don’t make a quick exit from homelessness are more likely to end up long term on the streets.

A study tracking the experiences of a group of young people experiencing homelessness in Dublin over a six-year period also points to significant triggers, and states women are more likely to secure stable housing in the longer term.